Reviews of the JVC GR-D295
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CNET Review
The Good: Compact; inexpensive; numerous manual settings; two batteries included.
The Bad: Poor low-light performance; terrible stills; awkward menu controls.
The Bottom Line: A budget camcorder that offers a lot of zoom for the money, the JVC GR-D295 is worth consideration if you shoot mainly in brightly lit situations.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 56/100 and users 73/100. Comparing these reviews to 110528 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 73/100 = Good.
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camcorderinfo.com
Review Summary: The JVC GR-D295 is the highest in price of the three being released at CES within the new Compact model line, and still manages to retail just under US $400 at US$399.95. This camera features a rather standard 1/6th inch 680K CCD, and is equipped with ...
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best-digital-camcorder-reviews.com
Review Summary: An exciting new feature available on select models is JVC's exclusive Live Slow feature that for the first time makes it possible to record slow motion images and play them back with real-time sound. In addition, footage shot at normal speed can be ...
Manufacturer: JVC
Part number: GR-D295US
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Digital Zoom 800 x
- Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Digital Scene Transition Black fader
- Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
- White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
- Exposure Modes Manual, Program, Automatic
- Camera Flash None
- Webcam Capability Yes
Main Features
- Color Support Color
- Still Image Format JPEG
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- TV Tuner None
Memory / Storage
- Floppy Drive None
- Image Storage JPEG 1024 x 768
- Media Type Mini DV
- Recording Speed LP, SP
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens
- Optical Zoom 25 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Filter Size 27 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- DV input Yes
- Edit Functions Audio dubbing
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Digital Still Camera Function Yes
- Search Modes Blank search
- Built-in Light Yes
- Time Code Yes
- Remote control Remote control - Infrared
- Software Drivers & Utilities, JVC Digital Photo Navigator
- Included Accessories Lens cap, Camcorder shoulder strap
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type LCD
Display
- Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5 in - Color
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Built-in
- Microphone Features Wind noise reduction
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x USB, 1 x DC power input
- Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
- Microphone Technology Electret condenser
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices USB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included A/V cable, USB cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
Battery
- Supported Battery JVC BN-VF707U
- Supported Battery 2 x JVC BN-VF707U Li-ion rechargeable battery - 700 mAh ( Included )
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts - 1 year, Limited warranty - Labor - 90 days
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Rotating
- Viewfinder Color Support Color
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.2 in
- Depth 4.4 in
- Height 3.7 in
- Weight 0.9 lbs
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